'America's Next Top Model'

Say whatever you want about Tyra Banks and America's Next Top Model on The CW, but the truth is this show is closer to the American dream than a four-bedroom Cape Cod on a quiet street. More »

I think it's safe to say that the very backbone of America is the American farmer. Wheat, corn and amber waves of grain keep this country humming -- mainly because it would be rude to talk with our mouths full of Wheaties. More »

Dancing With the Stars, airing Monday and Tuesday nights on ABC, is one of those shows that is successful in spite of itself. Gooey gowns, gaudy jewelry and cheesy judges seem to actually be pluses in the land of ballroom dancing. People can't get enough of it. Who knew? But visually, this thing is a train wreck. More »

People who don't fit the norm just seem to be cooler somehow, don't you think? And Padma Lakshmi, host of Bravo's Top Chef, airing Wednesdays, is way out of the norm. More »